1. Adolescent Suicide
(Pediatrics 2000) In children and adolescents, the most frequently diagnosed mood disorders are major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, and bipolar disorder. ... (CDC, 1999) Major depressive disorder is a serious condition characterized by one or more major depressive episodes. ... (DSM-IV) They are indecisive, have problems concentrating, and may lack energy or motivation; they may neglect their appearance and hygiene; and their normal sleep patterns are disturbed (DSM-IV) Dysthymic disorder is a mood disorder like major depressive disorder, but it has fewer symptoms and is more ...
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